Position Title: Senior Laboratory Technician
Division: SAVAII DIVISION Classification
Level: G5/S1-G6/S7 $28,694.36-$43,543.64 p.a.
Reporting Structure: Reports to the Manager Savaii Division through the Civil Engineer

Primary Objective

Manages Laboratory to implement and maintain standards in the laboratory and in operations by performing the following duties.

Responsibilities

1. Assist in maintaining high quality standards and procedures for laboratory operation.
2. Assist in the development of methods of laboratory experimentation.
3. Conduct tests on soils, aggregates, rocks and bitumen, the results and reports written,
   carries out quality control on testing and submits daily reports to the Contract Engineer.
4. Provide effective allocation of resources to ensure effective operation of the laboratory
   including determination of equipment purchase priorities based on budget allowances,
   condition of existing equipment, and scheduled laboratory activities.
5. Assist in the development and implementation of regular "calibration tests" and
   maintenance checks of all laboratory equipment and undertakes further action as
   necessary.
6. Diagnose equipment malfunctions, dismantles and repairs equipment or arranges outside
   repair.
7. Demonstrate to staff and coaches’ staff in the use and care of equipment.
8. Confers with Mow staff periodically to review testing records and to evaluate new
   equipment and methods.
9. Plans and supervises the work and performance of self and staff to ensure targets are met
   and testing standards are maintained.
10. Conduct laboratory tests, analyze results, and document your findings and report back to
    management.

SELECTION CRITERIA 

Qualification

Minimum Tertiary qualification in a relevant discipline preferably a Bachelor in Science. (Essential)

Work Experience

At least 3 years experience working in a laboratory conducting scientific testing roads products. (Essential)

Knowledge and Skills 

• Demonstrated ability to organize and maintain a clean workplace and identify laboratory equipment (Essential)
• Knowledge of international quality standards that relate to Samoa (such as Australia and New Zealand) for laboratory operations. (Desirable 
• Clearly communicate both orally and in writing in Samoan and English. (Essential)
• Knowledge of Occupational Health and Safety. (Essential)
• Demonstrated ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from groups of managers, and from contractors. (Desirable)

Competencies

1. Team Player
2. Time Management 
3. Physically fit
4. Integrity/Flexible/Common Sense, Trustworthy